School Overview
Melissa High School, located at 3150 Cardinal Dr. in Melissa, Texas, serves as the flagship secondary campus for the Melissa Independent School District. The school is known for its rapidly growing community and its commitment to a "student-first" culture that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is designed to support a modern educational experience, emphasizing technology integration and preparing students for post-secondary success through diverse programs ranging from advanced placement courses to robust career and technical education (CTE) pathways.

Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the spirit of the Melissa community, which is often characterized by strong support for its athletic programs, fine arts, and student organizations. The district prides itself on maintaining a "small-town feel" despite its significant growth, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to be involved and connected. For more information regarding the school's specific academic offerings, district news, or campus resources, you can visit their official website at [www.melissaisd.org](http://www.melissaisd.org).
1,983
Total Students
137.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MELISSA H S
Demographic Student Count
White915
Hispanic391
Black343
Asian188
Two or More136
American Indian9
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    915 (46.1%)
  • Hispanic
    391 (19.7%)
  • Black
    343 (17.3%)
  • Asian
    188 (9.5%)
  • Two or More
    136 (6.9%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: MELISSA ISD
Phone: (972)837-4216
Website: http://www.melissaisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,983
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 137.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Grade 9 537
Grade 10 525
Grade 11 487
Grade 12 434

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MELISSA H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9537
Grade 10525
Grade 11487
Grade 12434
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MELISSA H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female95948.4%
Male1,02451.6%